Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

Position: Mergers and Acquisitions Associate (Permanent)
As an M&A Associate specialising in valuations, you’ll play a key role in analysing, valuing, and supporting transactions across a wide range of industries. You’ll work closely with the Head of Corporate Finance to prepare financial models, valuation reports, and deal documentation that inform strategic decisions and client advice.

* Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct business valuations using a variety of methodologies (DCF, market comparables, precedent transactions, and asset-based approaches).

* Prepare detailed financial models and forecasts to support deal negotiations.

* Analyse financial statements and business performance to identify key value drivers.

* Draft professional valuation reports and client presentations.

* Support due diligence processes and assist with transaction execution.

* Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities within the existing client base.

About You

You will be someone who is analytical, commercially minded, and confident working with complex financial data — but who also values strong communication and teamwork.

* Essential

Skills & Experience:

* Minimum of 2 years’ experience

* Strong financial analysis and modelling skills (Excel and/or valuation software).

* Experience preparing or reviewing business valuations, ideally within M&A, corporate finance, or accountancy.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

* Proactive, professional, and client-focused approach.

* Desirable:

* ACA, ACCA, CFA or similar qualification (or working towards).

* Experience with in an SME advisory, corporate finance, or professional services firm.

* Understanding of transaction processes, due diligence, and deal structuring.

The role has an excellent bonus structure available